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OUR TEAM
Where collaboration and inspiration work together
Shannon Hill
Area Director
Shannon has been a part of the Kids ‘R’ Kids team since 2009. She holds a degree in Early Childhood Education and has earned the nationally recognized Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential™ in infant, toddler and preschool categories. She also has the State of Florida Directors credential with VPK endorsement.
Shannon was the recipient of the Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies “Director of the Year” award in 2015 & 2017. With a passion for making a difference and love of children, Shannon also sits on the board of directors for the non-profit organization Girls of the World Inc. Shannon resides in Apollo Beach with her husband, an Army Veteran and Fire Rescue Division Chief, and two children who attend Kids ‘R’ Kids. Shannon and her team of directors take pride in creating an environment where every family, child and staff member feel welcomed, loved, accepted, and valued. She believes that providing safe, high quality early education is crucial in the lifelong success of every child who passes through her doors.
Kara Allen
Director
Kara brings over 20 plus years of early childhood leadership, most recently as the Center Director at Kids R Kids Southshore from 2011-2014. She holds a National CDA, Director Credential with a VPK Endorsement and a CDL license. Kara has been leading our team at the Southshore campus since 2019. Kara is married with two boys, both who attended Kids 'R' Kids of Southshore. When not working Kara loves to spend time with her family, go camping, traveling and reading.
Tiffani Watson
Assistant Director
Tiffani was with Kids 'R' Kids Southshore Campus since 2011 and the Waterset Campus in 2021. She is a proud wife of 22 years and proud mom of three and even prouder GIGI to a beautiful granddaughter. She has taught in just about every age group, including school age and toddlers. She is happy to become the Assistant Director of Kids 'R' Kids of Southshore in 2022 and to be able to support the relationships with the families, staff, and students wherever it's needed!
Jennifer Gonzalez-Garay
Education Coordinator
Shyanne McFalls
Office Coordinator